Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care

The course will run over approximately 12 months. Training and assessment will be in the workplace, and arranged with the assessor.

The course consists of nine core units. As well as core units, you will complete at least one Specialist Knowledge unit and a selection of Optional units relating to your work role.

Core Units include:

• Communication
• Health and Safety.
• Role of a Care Worker.

Optional units include:

• Move and positioning
• Support the use of medication in social care settings

and many more

A total of 58 credits are required to achieve the Diploma. Evidence is produced from a number of methods e.g. workbooks, professional discussion etc (knowledge) and working practices for example observations (performance). All are designed to allow you to demonstrate your role and develop skills required in this highly sensitive area.

If you are 19-23, it is your first Level 3, and are studying an SFA approved Level 3 programme you may be eligible for full fee remission.

You can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan or Higher Education Loan to help with the costs of your course if you are 19 or older and the course you are studying is an eligible Level 3, 4, 5 or 6 course. If you have any queries with regards to the funding of your course, please contact Charlotte Robertson on 01782 254141 or email charlotte.robertson@nscg.ac.uk